Mawlid al-Nabi: Celebration and Permissibility

For centuries Mawlid al-Nabi (The blessed birth of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him)
has been celebrated across the Muslim world in a multitude of ways according to
local or regional custom. Many view it as a communal expression of gratitude and
joy at the birth of the blessed Prophet and Messenger of Allah (saw); while others
bring into question its validity, regarding the practice as an innovation. And yet
others negate its importance, with concerns about over-extravagance and unnecessary
expense.

This work by eminent scholar and recognised authority on Islam, Shaykh-ul-Islam
Dr Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri is a study of the permissibility of celebrating the Mawlid.
In his characteristically methodical approach Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri meticulously examines
references from the Quran, Hadith and opinions of early scholars to address fundamental
questions pertaining to the celebration of the Mawlid: Is it a sinful deviation?
Did the Prophet (saw) or companions celebrate it? Or is it a permissible or even
necessary manifestation of love and respect for the Holy Prophet (saw)? In a remarkably
thorough and comprehensive analysis without precedent, the author examines the subject
through every conceivable angle in making his case.

Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri has authored one thousand books in Urdu, English and Arabic languages. About 507 of these books have been printed and published while 493 books are in the pipeline, undergoing various processes of publication. Some of these books have also been translated in many other languages of the world. His revivalist, reformative and reconstructive efforts and peace dynamics bear historic significance and hold an unparalleled position in promoting the cause of world peace and human rights, propagating the true Islamic faith, producing prodigious research work and preaching the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. Research.com.pk